My name is Arieana, and I am 20 years old. I have a 12-year-old sister, and on August 27th, 2021, our mom was diagnosed with cervical cancer that later spread to her liver and lungs. She fought a long and difficult battle, and on November 10th, 2025, she passed away peacefully at just 42 years old.

My sister and I both have big dreams for our futures, but we never expected to have to keep growing up without our mom by our side. She was a strong, loving, and kind woman, and she leaves behind two daughters who hope to carry those same qualities forward.

I am working toward my bachelor’s degree in speech pathology so that I can give back to my community, and my sister hopes to continue pursuing her cheerleading dreams. Right now, our resources and transportation are unstable, and I’m doing everything I can to make ends meet. Any support means more than we can express.

We simply want to stay safe, follow our goals, and make our mom proud.